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News Editor - Crosby
News Editor needed for award-winning weekly newspaper in Crosby, ND. Looking for a candidate with about three years of community journalism experience to be the primary news gatherer for The Journal in Crosby, and also work into supervisory role of one or two other news/sports staffers at our sister publication, the Tioga Tribune. Position will pay up to $35,000 per year for the right candidate, who would also have some aptitude for layout of two sports pages per week. This position requires a great deal of energy and ability to take responsibility and initiative. Health, retirement, vacation and sick leave. A housing stipend will also be negotiable. Please send a letter of application and resume to cecilew@crosbynd.com.

Assistant Editor - Jamestown
The Jamestown Sun, a six-day daily, is seeking an assistant editor. Applicants must have strong editing skills, design skills and exceptional news judgment. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in journalism, knowledge of newspaper design, pagination software and a strong understanding of AP style. Skills with social media, photography, video and computers are also desired. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license with a driving record that is insurable by the company. The assistant editor will manage the newsroom in the absence of the managing editor, participate in editorial writing, help develop story ideas, assign stories, assist in layout and proofing and lead the newspaper’s digital presence. This position includes some evening work along with a rotating weekend schedule. As part of Forum Communications Co., we offer excellent opportunities for advancement and growth along with a competitive wage and benefit package. Send a brief cover letter, four news writing samples, 2 design samples (if available) and a resume including references to: Managing Editor Kathy Steiner, The Jamestown Sun, P O Box 1760, Jamestown ND 58402-1760 or email information to ksteiner@jamestownsun.com.

Regional Sports Reporter/Editor - Crosby/Tioga
Regional Sports Reporter/Editor: Journal Publishing is looking for a candidate to cover Class B High School sports for The Journal, Crosby and the Tioga Tribune, year round, full time. Crosby also has an active amateur hockey program, with American Legion Baseball programs in both towns. The candidate would be responsible for coordinating coverage by freelancers, communicating with coaches, writing content, and learning how to do the layout for a sports page in each paper. Some feature or general news reporting assignments would fill in time during off seasons. Position could be located in either Crosby or Tioga, with a housing stipend, health insurance and other benefits included. Please send a letter of application and resume to cecilew@crosbynd.com.

Ad Professional - Minot
The Minot Daily News is seeking an experienced Advertising Professional with a proven track record to lead our team. Ideal candidate will have experience in retail, classified and on-line advertising. We are seeking a high-energy professional with innovative ideas that is goal oriented. The advertising director we are seeking will work with key accounts, small businesses, makes sales calls with and without sales reps and attend community activities. Ideally they will be able to quickly assess situations and create innovative plans. We need a skilled leader who can train, recruit and develop a committed sales and marketing team. The Minot Daily News is a 18,000-circulation, seven-day newspaper in northwest North Dakota. Minot is home to The North Dakota State Fair, The largest Scandinavian festival in North America, Minot State University and Minot Air Force Base. Minot offers a range of recreational activities including a city zoo, multiple golf courses, multiple city parks, skating rinks, lots of shopping which includes an indoor mall and great nearby hunting and fishing. Minot is one of the 50 fastest growing cities under 50,000 in the US and is situated between the Bakken Formation oil formation and some of the largest agriculture crops in the nation. The population in Minot and surrounding towns is booming at an alarming rate and new businesses are setting up shop every week. Come and be part of the excitement. Send resume and cover letter to Steve Herron, Publisher, 301 4th Street SE, Minot, ND 58702 or sherron@minotdailynews.com

FT Customer Service Rep - Williston
FULL TIME CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE for THE WILLISTON HERALD. Call on existing and new customers in Williston and surrounding area, for display advertising for a 4,500 daily, 15,200 circulation TMC product and our newly established "Talkin' the Bakken" monthly magazine. This is a rich territory with a wide variety of businesses, both large and small. If you are: CUSTOMER SERVICE ORIENTED | ORGANIZED| ENTHUSIASTIC & POSTITIVE | CREATIVE | HONEST ENJOY WORKING WITH THE PUBLIC this job may be for you! Excellent GRAMMAR | SPELLING | COMMUNICATION CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS are a must. Sales experience is not necessary, if this describes you... we will train you! Benefits: Paid Vacation | Paid Holidays | 401k | Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance and optional dental. Write Your Own Check! Salary plus Commission, Mileage Paid | Monday through Friday. SEND RESUME TO: Williston Herald, Attn.: Wanda Olaf. P.O. Box 1447, Williston, ND 58802 or wolaf@willistonherald.com.

Head Pressman - Minot
Head Pressman. The Minot Daily News is looking for the right candidate to lead our pressroom located in North Central North Dakota. Our publications include the Minot Daily News, a 16,000 daily 18,000 Sunday; The Pierce County Tribune a 2,200 weekly in Rugby. Visit our website at minotdailynews.com. Hunting, fishing and the arts are plentiful in this beautiful region of the country. Our ideal candidate will possess the talent and character to motivate, teach and lead a team of craftsmen to new heights. We publish seven days a week using a Goss Urbanite Press. The Minot Daily News is part of Ogden Newspapers, a growing family-owned company. We offer a competitive salary with health coverage, vision /dental, life insurance, 401K, and vacation. If you are looking to take your newspaper career to new heights please send a cover letter and resume to Steve Herron at sherron@minotdailynews.com. The Minot Daily News is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Opportunity to purchase a county seat weekly!
Good opportunity to purchase a county seat weekly newspaper published over 100 years. Located mid-state ND in progressive community. Grossing 275,000 and growing with strong cash flow. Other publications also available with sale that would add to gross. Real estate has rental space. Owner retiring. Contact: paperco63@gmail.com